Guest Picks: Lighting to Perk Up a Powder Room
Sconces and pendants in classic, contemporary and even glam styles to brighten a small half bath
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Choosing lighting for a powder room gives you a chance to select fixtures that are little prettier than what you would choose for a main bath or en suite. After all, guests will be using it. As powder rooms sometimes don't have any natural light, a combination of a ceiling fixture and wall sconces may be in order. Whether you are going for a modern, vintage or glam look, there are lighting options in every style. — Vanessa from Decor Happy
by Vanessa Francis
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The lighting choice should match the bathroom's style. In this bathroom, my clients fell in love with the vintage feel of these sconces from Restoration Hardware. They really add to the overall charm of the bathroom.
by Shades of Light
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I love the vintage vibe of this brass wall sconce. Paired with the milk glass shades, it strikes just the right note.
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Apothecary lights have been a longtime favorite, and this one is accessible and affordable.
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When space is at a premium in a narrow powder room, these slim milk glass sconces are the perfect solution.
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| The beading on the backplate and the aged look of this double sconce would add rustic charm to a powder room. |
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If your powder room is large, then a triple sconce hung above a mirror will provide ample light.
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This simple sconce with a metal band on the shade will look smart when placed on either side of a simple mirror.
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I would place just one of these above the mirror, as two may overwhelm a powder room, which is generally on a small scale. It would work well with a navy and white color scheme for a nautical look.
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If you have tall ceilings in your powder room, then this pretty glass sphere will add interest and glamour.
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This slim sconce in a chrome finish will add a modern element to a space.
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I love the combination of the brass and bronze finishes on this double sconce. Ensure you have plenty of room on either side of the mirror to install these.
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This ceiling fixture is so unusual — it's a light within a light! I love its simplicity.
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I must admit that this sconce is not one I would choose for my own powder room. But if you are going for something over the top, these would add just the right amount of glam.
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I have seen these adjustable wall sconces in a bathroom. They have quite a presence and lend a Hamptons/nautical vibe to the space.
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Modern, simple and pretty, this brass sconce has it all.
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If you have the space, hang two of these from the ceiling on either side of a mirror with a natural wood frame.
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I have used these retro sconces in a bathroom, and they add just the right amount of industrial-cool style.
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For those on a tight budget, these inexpensive wall sconces just may do the trick. I have seen similar sconces for ten times the price.
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Lanterns are so versatile that they work in almost any space. This brass one will add glamour to and make a statement in a powder room.
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| The hexagonal shade on this aged brass sconce is so unique. |
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The glass ball detail on this wall sconce is pretty yet not over the top.
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Ideabook published on Jan. 15, 2013.
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Yayayinny - great choice! Post a pic here if you can!
Leseek - I answered the question from someone when you click on the photo. I designed it and it was built by a local cabinetmaker to our specifications. But yayayinny is right - I used the PB one as inspiration so it is very similar except for the dimensions, colour, materials etc.
Mrs. Ben - Thanks! Yes, I meant to add that to the ideabook - good point. It does depend on a lot of variables like mirror and ceiling height. As a general rule, I like to place them slightly above the middle of the mirror which usually translates to about 65". Hope that helps!